Massage

The IAIM (International Institute of Infant Massage) is the only internationally recognised body for infant massage with over 47 countries embracing the work undertaken by this institute. Their mission statement acknowledges the needs of babies and their caregivers to be loved, respected and valued through nurturing touch, promoting their work through education and research throughout the world.

Fundamental to the development of any infant is the need and desire for touch. Within the first 3 years of any infant’s life touch is vital, laying the imprints to the foundations or your child’s emotional, psychological and physical development. Many cultures and their generations have embraced and acknowledged infant massage understanding the host of benefits to mother, baby and the community at large.

This 5 week course allows caregivers who ever they may be, mothers, fathers, siblings and grandparents to engage and understand how your baby communicates through a combination of touch, song and rhyme and facilitated discussion. Don’t forget that Infant massage also strengthens the attachments and bonds of friendships and communities in bringing babies and their caregivers together, whilst opening our hearts to communicating with our babies in allowing us, hopefully to open our hearts to each other!

- Dee Jemil (IAIM instructor) BA Hons, ITEC, MAR

IAIM Mission Statement

“ The purpose of the International Association of Infant Massage is to promote nurturing touch and communication through training, education and research; so parents, caregivers and children are loved, valued and respected throughout the world community. ”

Baby Massage Course

What Are The Benefits of Baby Massage?
Fundamental to the development of any infant is the need and desire for touch. Within the first 3 years of any infants life touch is vital laying the imprints to the foundations of your child’s emotional, psychological and physical development. Many cultures and their generations have embraced and acknowledged infant massage understanding the host of benefits to mother, baby and the community at large.

Baby massage:

• Strengthens your baby’s immune system and may help regulate sleep patterns, by lowering levels of cortisol and norepinephrin that aid in reducing stress and relaxing your baby.
• Stimulates touch receptors and sensory organs, thus aiding the neurobiological development of your infant to include improved motor, language and social skills.
• Increases the emotional bonds between parent and child in stimulating the release of certain hormones, namely Oxytocin – referred to as the ‘love’ hormone.
• Stimulates the digestive system, and may help relieve symptoms of gas, colic, constipation and gastrointestinal cramps
• Allows one-to-one communication with your baby that allows parents a better understanding of their baby in reading and respecting cues, improved parenting skills, decrease in postnatal depression .

What to expect from the course?
The course is run over 5 consecutive weeks, and covers a full body massage routine to include, feet, legs, tummy, chest, hands, arms, face and back. The routine is combined with songs and rhymes, facilitated group discussion to include, the benefits of baby massage, behavioural states, how to include siblings, partners and grandparents, why babies cry, and bonding. We will also learn a specific routine for Colic/Wind. It also allows an opportunity for mums and babies, to make friends and share experiences.

How old should my baby be?
The course is suitable for infants from 6 weeks to crawling

What do i need to bring?
A changing mat, a towel and blanket. (massage oil and handouts are provided)

How much does the course cost?
£55

How long does the course last?
5 weeks

What are the course dates?
TBC

Who is the Course Instructor?
My name is Dee Jemil and I am a CHAIM Centre Therapist. I have been a practising therapist for the past 8 years and specialise in a number of massages, these include, Remedial Massage/Deep tissue, Swedish Massage, Aromatherapy massage, Pregnancy Massage, Manual Lymphatic Massage, Indian Head Massage, Onsite massage, Reflexology, Reiki, Crystal Healing, i am a full member of the Association of Reflexologists and also belong to the Holistic Healers Association. I have a particular interest in Mums, Babies and fertility.

How to make contact if you have any enquiries or questions?
The Course instructor can be reached on Tel: 0208 455 7809 or Email dee@igophysio.co.uk

NB: There is limited availability for buggies and push chairs, where possible please leave at home.

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